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Band 5+: Do you think people work too much nowadays?

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Yes, I think so. Work has become a central part of our lives today. From my perspective, people are working extremely hard to be able to live a happy life without financial worries. Things like new houses and cars are expensive, and with the recent rise in the cost of living, housing, and everything else, people need money to buy them, so it seems like they work a lot.

Actual audio transcript (What native speakers are likely to hear):

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Vocabulary Complexity:
B1 - Intermediate
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Vocabulary Repetition:

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Pronunciation

Your pronunciation is average. It is understandable but not always accurate. Focusing on the rhythm and stress patterns of English could prove beneficial.

Task Response

The student provides a clear opinion and supports it with relevant reasons. However, the answer lacks depth and could be expanded upon with more specific examples or personal anecdotes. For example, the student could mention the increasing pressure to work longer hours or the impact of technology on work-life balance.

Fluency & Coherence

The student's speech is somewhat hesitant and contains a few filler words. The answer is generally coherent, but the structure could be improved by using more linking words and phrases to connect ideas. For example, the student could use 'because' or 'as a result' to link the rising cost of living to the need to work more.

Lexical Resource

The student uses a range of vocabulary, but some words are not used accurately or appropriately. For example, 'trans show' and 'newound' are not correct. The student could also use more specific vocabulary related to work and finances.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The student makes a few grammatical errors, such as 'slide today pay on' and 'house injury'. The student also uses some incorrect verb tenses. The student should focus on improving their grammar accuracy and using a wider range of grammatical structures.

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